This week is the solemn remembrance of the first holocaust of Sikhs called 'Chhota Ghallughara' which took place 275 years ago.
It started as a small plinth/platform, founded by Sixth guru, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib ji, who marked the seat of Guru Ramdas, from where he administered the construction of the Sarovar.
This story is directly based on a historic text and shows the personality of the future Guru when he was young: Sri Teg Bahadur had no interest with anything in this world. His mother, Mata Nanki, was concerned about this and asked the Guru what greatness he sees in her simple son.
2021 has the ominous status of following 2020. But for Sikhs this year represents a great light in the world. Just as 2019 was marked as the 550th celebration of the incarnation of Guru Nanak, 2021 marks the 400th celebration of Guru Teg Bahadur's incarnation on earth.
I found astonishing from looking at these original sources was an event that happened which would re-write our understanding of Guru Gobind Singh: The Joti Jot of Guru Har Rai.
Then the Merciful Lord took the brush from the painter and prepared his face in his own hand and gave final touches to complete this self-portrait. Whosoever had a glimpse of this unique portrait went into ecstasy.
The Ahom women magicians employing their tantric paraphernalia began reciting mantras to Goddess Kamakhaya for destruction of Guru Ji’s encampment directly across the river. But all their magic spells failed to harm the great Guru.
Nanak effectively translated the Divine’s teachings for the welfare of mankind. After Nanak, the enlightenment (jot of wisdom) has been faithfully transferred from one guru to other which empowerment them to carry forward the mission of Baba Nanak.
On this day, celebrating the birth of Bhagat Dhanna, here is a charming story of great devotion.
Sikhism’s core principles include equality, generosity, openness, and compassion. Sikh Heritage Month is an opportunity to reflect on the pivotal role that Sikh communities have played, and continue to play, in building a stronger and consciously more inclusive Canada.